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George Bennett

Callum Wilson breaks Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer's longstanding record in Southampton win

Callum Wilson wrote his name into Newcastle United folklore courtesy of his brace in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Southampton at St James' Park.

The England international was introduced at half-time with Newcastle trailing, and scored twice either side of Theo Walcott's own goal to inspire the Magpies to victory.

Wilson scored eight goals in seven league games in April, which saw him surpass Magpies legend Alan Shearer's record for the most Premier League goals scored by a Newcastle player in a calendar month.

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